In addition to the formal trends and research papers that emerge from analysis of BTO Garden BirdWatch data, we also present data summaries for the core species that we monitor, together with basic ...

Upcoming events for BTO volunteers and supporters in Scotland. Be one of the first to know about future training courses, events and our wider work in Scotland by signing up to receive the BTO ...

Waterbirds in the UK presents the results of the annual Wetland Bird Survey. Since 2022, Waterbirds in the UK has also been the primary reporting mechanism for the Goose and Swan Monitoring Programme.

A new report published today by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO), in partnership with RSPB and JNCC, reveals impacts of Avian Influenza on Mute Swans across the UK. The Wetland Bird Survey ...

From walks and talks to our annual conference, BTO runs plenty of youth events and training throughout the year. Browse the listing below and use the filters to find an event that's right for you.

From events and equipment to funding and work experience, BTO Youth is here for you. BTO Youth’s vision is of a diverse, vibrant community of young birders supported by BTO, with accessible, youth-led ...

We are a world-leading institution, whose reputation rests on the quality of our data and the rigour of our analyses. A key strength is in the way we integrate the efforts of our volunteers and ...

The Bird Photographer of the Year competition celebrates the artistry of bird photography, and this large-format book is lavishly illustrated to reflect this. A celebration of avian beauty and ...

The species listed below are protected under the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981 as amended by the Environmental Protection Act 1990. It is an offence to intentionally disturb any of these species ...

All birds are protected in some form, but some species have additional protection during the breeding season as do their nests, eggs and dependent young. To disturb these you must obtain a special ...

The Breeding Bird Survey Report (BBS Report) is published annually and reports on the population tends of the UK's breeding birds. The Breeding Bird Survey Report is an annual publication containing ...